At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide financial advice and analysis to drive informed decision-making.
- Company: Join Maitland City Council's dynamic Finance team.
- Benefits: Flexible work, competitive salary, and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while building strong relationships in finance.
- Qualifications: Degree in Business or related field; experience in financial management.
The predicted salary is between 50715 - 61985 $ per year.
Maitland City Council is seeking a commercially minded and customer-focused Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team. In this role, you will work closely with leaders across the organisation, providing specialist financial advice, analysis and support to help drive informed decision-making and improve business performance. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will partner with managers and key stakeholders to develop budgets and forecasts, interpret financial results, build business models and provide insights that support operational and strategic outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys building strong relationships, translating complex financial information into practical advice, and contributing to the continuous improvement of services and financial processes across Council.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Degree qualifications in Business, Commerce, Accounting or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in accounting and financial management, ideally within a complex organisation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights clearly.
- Experience supporting budget development, forecasting and financial reporting.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- High-level computer literacy and a focus on identifying opportunities to improve systems and processes.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive working relationships across all levels of an organisation.
It would be advantageous if you also have:
- Experience in a financial advisory or business partnering role.
- Knowledge of Local Government accounting and financial reporting requirements.
- CPA or CA qualifications, or progress towards obtaining them.
Benefits
This is a full-time, permanent role working a 35-hour week, with a base salary range of $94,812 - $105,241 per year + 12% super. Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- 14 weeks paid parental leave
- 2 weeks' personal leave & 4 weeks of annual leave
- One extra week of "My Leave" a year (to use how you like!)
- Long Service Leave after five years
- Ongoing training and development
- Fitness Passport
- Healthy Employee Program
Questions
If after reading the role charter you have any questions, please contact Melissa Stark, Manager Financial Planning & Analysis, on 02 4939 1***.
Applications close Sunday 25th October 2027. Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.
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